My husband and I are quickly approaching a special anniversary, the date we were engaged. Over the last ten years, we’ve had our fair share of major ups and downs. As a couple, we’ve experienced some of the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. Especially this past year with many moments that truly tested our commitment to one another, we somehow always find a way to get through the tough times and come out of it together, stronger. When the dust finally settles and all is said and done, there is one thing I know for sure – as Usher sings it best with David Guetta, I have a few words for my husband:
“I won’t run
I won’t fly
I would never make it by
Without you…
I am lost
I am vain
I will never be the same
Without you…
I can’t win
I can’t reign
I WILL NEVER WIN THIS GAME…
Without you.
xoxoxoxo
If you haven’t heard about it out yet, three of my dear blogging friends have an amazing site called Project Marriage which is dedicated to making your relationship stronger. Be sure check it out and kick your marriage into high gear, they are doing some wonderful things over there!
The Mommyologist says
Um…your husband is hot. Did I just type that?
Marriage is definitely not easy…that is wonderful that you two always come out on top. You are very lucky!
Theta Mom says
Yes – SO hawt! 😉
Marriage is tons of hard work, as is parenthood – but totally worth it all in the end. I’m hoping he likes this little post today, since I rarely blog about him. And I should have hinted that our 10 year wedding anni is coming up and that he better have plans to take me somewhere awesome! lol
Kerry-anne says
Thank you for your story. My husband and I have been having issues for a while now and more so since the birth of our son 14 months ago. He walked out on me 5 weeks ago and although I saw it coming I was shocked and hurt and feel let down. I wish we could work on our relationship and move forward together in life instead of him giving up. I love him at a very deep level and can’t believe that its over even though he repeatedly says it is. It just doesn’t feel right.
Your message made me a little emotional xx
Kerry-anne says
oh, apparently relationships are meant to be easy if they are meant to be…
Angel says
Eek hate to jump in here but I had to reply to this.. TD Jakes a well known pastor once asked one of his church members who had been married over 50 years how they had made it that long. Her reply was that when one was ready to leave or did the other held on by loving enough for both of them and praying them through. That at no time did they both stop loving one another at the same time. I think that says a lot. We all experience highs and lows in marriage and sometimes not together. I have had my share of loving him and us enough to keep us together and my husband would say the same. Praying for you hun,.
Theta Mom says
Yes, many prayers for you!!!
lynn @ Maven of Savin' says
Thanks for the recommendation – I will definitely check it out!! Marriage is definitely the hardest job there is… Happy Engagement anniversary!!
PS – and I agree with Mommyologist!!
Theta Mom says
Thanks Lynn! Yes, he’s a cutie and a keeper. 😉 You should check out the site, there is a WONDERFUL group of bloggers behind it!
Alison@Mama Wants This says
You guys make such a lovely couple!!
Katherine says
You two are a very cute couple. We’ve never celebrated the anniversary of our engagement, but because we got engaged on my husband’s birthday, there is plenty of celebration already going on.
Martine says
Congratulations, Heather, on having such a CUTIE hubby! You two look great together. (My hubby’s a big guy, too. I like it because he’s so huggable. And hunky.)
What a great idea, to celebrate your engagement anniversary. My engagement anniv is on my birthday! We’ve only been married for three and a half years, but we’ve known each other since youth group days–a good fifteen years. Despite this, I know we still have a long way to go, and so much to learn as husband and wife. So far it’s been the best; not perfect, but I’m the happiest I’ve ever been.
So grateful for the other wives who blog here about their marriages. A relatively new wife and mom like me needs to know that my struggles–however small–are valid. Hope to learn more from you all.
Shell says
So sweet! xo
Virginia says
Congratulations in advance on that anniversary coming up. And keep on being strong partners through those high highs and low lows!
Evonne says
You and your husband are one good looking couple!
Congrats on your upcoming anniversary. Definitely a big milestone!
Mommyfriend says
Chills Mama! I loved this. You’ve got yourself a good man; hold on forever!
Theta Mom says
Forever baby!!!
xoxo
Tina @ Life Without Pink says
I got chills too! Love this…and yes I agree with Mary you have one good looking hubby! Such a sweet couple. Thanks for linking to Project Marriage. XOXOXO
Theta Mom says
I adore you, Melissa and Lori! And the site is a reflection of the hard work needed to put into a relationship – and reminds us that marriage IS worth fighting for!!
xoxoxo
Ali says
Isn’t he handsome! Congratulations to you both. Hard work is paying off!
Angel says
I second your husband in HAWT.. You all make such a beautiful couple. Happy Anniversary to you both
Elizabeth Flora Ross says
Such a great looking couple! Love this!
Surviving and Thriving in Mom-dom says
woo hoo! What a hot couple!! I wish we talked more about ALL that goes into marriage. It’s hard! Sometimes there are a lot of downs…but they make the ups SO much better. I’m glad you posted this!! I could go on and on…but I’ll leave that for another day!
Ashley says
So sweet, I love it!
tracy@sellabitmum says
Awwww, so dang sweet. What a gorgeous happy couple. xo
Kir says
seriously you two make the rest of us “mortals” green with attractive envy
I am so glad you both stick it out and make your marriage work, there is something to be said for the union of souls isn’t there???
Plus you two are JUST GORGEOUS!
Theta Mom says
Awww, thanks chickie!! And yes – there IS something to be said for making it through the tough times!!
Leighann says
So sweet.
You two look great together!!
Kimberly says
You two make an adorable couple! Congratulations! Marriage sure isn’t easy, that’s for sure. Good for you for always coming out on top.
Theta Mom says
Never a dull moment, that’s for sure! 😉 Thanks for your comment mama!
Jessica says
Beautiful post Heather, love how real you are about marriage. So happy for you that you are heading into year ten as a strong couple.
Theta Mom says
It’s so true, right? Anyone that provides those annoying “we are so perfect” facebook status is NOT telling the whole truth. Like motherhood, marriage is not easy and takes tons of hard work…but totally worth it in the end. 😉
Sherri says
Oh Heather, how sweet! Congratulations on a big milestone…
Theta Mom says
Thanks Sherri!! This is a BIG one!
No Drama Mama says
My husband and I have hit our fair share of rough patches, but we keep plodding along, together. I never regret staying, but I’m pretty sure I would regret a divorce. I’m always happy for other couples who feel the same.
Sili says
You two make a beautiful couple! #inspiration
Amy Sullivan says
Project marriage? I must click over and check it out. Congrats on the big milestone.
Ally says
Very sweet! Love the pic of the two of you
Practical Parenting says
Heather! I love this post. We all have ups and downs, don’t we? I know my Hubs and I can make it through anything, but that doesn’t make the hard days any less hard. Congrats on this milestone. And what a beautiful picture of you two
Michi says
I love your post. It is great timing for me. My husband and I have weathered thru a lot, we were near divorce and then I had a stroke almost a year ago. I’m pretty much back to “normal” or new normal. Life is never quite the same. I realized how much my hubby loves me. It’s hard work but definitely worth fighting for your marriage.